Available Callsigns

Select the desired search criteria with the fields below to search for an
available callsign. You can search for specific callsign suffix characters by
typing them in the field labeled "Suffix" and then clicking on the "Search"
button.

It should be noted that there are valid callsigns that will not show
up here simply because they have never been held by anyone since the FCC began
keeping track of callsigns online. This site pulls from the current FCC data
and will not be able to show these callsigns. So if the call you are interested
in is a valid callsign and doesn't show up here, use the "call lookup" link to
the left to search for the call. If no data is found for the call and it
is a valid callsign then go ahead and apply for the call and you will
likely be granted it.

* Applications with a red asterisk next to the call are region specific and in order to be granted the call the
applicant must reside in the required geographic location as indicated here.

NOTE: Applications should not be filed prior to the
Available Date shown unless you are filing the application as a former holder
of the callsign or as a close family member.

NOTE: It is a common misconception that call signs are granted to the first person to apply on any given day.
The truth is that everyone who applies for a call on a particular day is thrown into a hat and a winner is randomly selected.

Display Options

Format

Prefix

District

Suffix

Click on the "Search" button to initiate a search.

Technician Exam

Question: T5B05

Question: Which of the following is equal to 500 milliwatts?

0.02 watts

0.5 watts

5 watts

50 watts

Correct Answer: B

For more questions that might appear on an Amateur Radio license examination, click on the "practice exams" link on the left panel.